How Can I Manage Online Class Links and Attendance Records?
You can manage online class links and attendance records by storing the meeting link on each online session, sending it to enrolled students before class and recording attendance per student after each session.
In Jestor, online sessions sit in the same schedule as in-person classes, with links and attendance on every record.
Why do online classes create admin work?
Links change, students lose messages and instructors take attendance in different ways. The secretary answers "where is the link?" all day.
Attendance from video tools must then be copied by hand into school records.
What problems does online class management solve?
- Students without the correct link
- Repeated questions about where to join
- Attendance recorded inconsistently
- Online and in-person schedules kept apart
- No attendance data for certificates
How do I manage online classes in Jestor?
- Add a link field to each online session.
- Send the link to enrolled students through WhatsApp or email.
- Record attendance per student after the session, from the instructor's phone or computer.
- Calculate attendance rates with formula fields.
- Flag absent students for follow-up.
| Session field | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Meeting link | Where students join |
| Date and time | Schedule |
| Instructor | Owner of attendance |
| Attendance list | Presence per student |
How do I reduce link questions?
Sending the link automatically when a session is created removes most questions.
An AI agent on WhatsApp can also answer "where is the link?" using session data, with staff stepping in when needed.
Why use Jestor for online classes?
- One schedule: online and in-person sessions together.
- Link delivery: messages recorded on the session and student.
- Attendance records: ready for certificates and reports.
- AI support: routine questions answered instantly.
Recording attendance consistently also matters for online courses with certificates. When presence is captured the same way for every session, the school can confirm completion requirements without asking instructors to send screenshots or separate lists.
It also makes attendance comparable between online and in-person classes.
This is how you manage online class links and attendance records without extra admin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jestor host the video class?
No. Jestor stores and sends the link from your video tool and tracks attendance.
Can I get help setting it up?
Yes. Free setup help is available at jestor.com.
Can attendance feed certificates?
Yes. Attendance rates can be used as a requirement for issuing certificates.
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